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Robert Half Accounts Payable Specialist in Chicago, Illinois

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To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘When is it okay for me to start making everything pumpkin spice flavored?’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.

Job Description:

• Perform 3 way match for payment of Purchase Order invoices and process payment requests for non-Purchase Order expense invoices in an automated, high-volume, Workflow system.

• Review all invoices and identify taxable charges, assess proper Use Tax, if applicable Support documentation gathering for tax audits as needed.

• Prepare analysis of accounts/statements, reconcile payments, and ensure payments are up to date.

• Respond to vendor inquiries.

• Research invoice discrepancies and correspond directly with vendors and Distribution Center’s to request necessary documentation.

• Complete steps to request new/modify existing Vendor Address Book records.

• Assist with sorting and distribution of daily incoming vendor invoices/mail.

• Ensure all required documentation is properly attached/saved to shared drive for retrieval.

• Assist in maintaining procedural documents (Standard Operating Procedures) for all job responsibilities.

• Participate in strategic projects/initiatives and team meetings/activities.

• Identify process improvements to the payables process.

• Assist team members within the Accounts Payable and the Shared Service Center Department in day-to-day activities.

• Other projects or duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills And Experience

• High School diploma or GED

• 1+years of business experience in a multi-million dollar, high-volume transaction financial-setting preferably in Accounts Payable.

• Must possess professional demeanor, outstanding customer service, and excellent verbal/written communication skills with ability to professionally interact with internal and external customers.

• Ability to understand, develop, and refine/improve processes.

• High degree of accuracy and proficiency in data entry and management.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Demonstrated problem solving skills.

• Must be able to handle multiple tasks/projects at one time.

• Must be able to meet deadlines and deal with pressures associated with those deadlines.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) has knowledge of basic formulas and pivot tables.

• This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience working in a distribution/logistics/manufacturing environment.

• Experience with supporting the Check Distribution process.

• JD Edwards software experience.

• Knowledge of Tax.

• Concur Travel and Expense experience.

To apply to this role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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